Maryland’s waterways contain high levels of ‘forever chemicals’ pollution

A recent report from the Waterkeeper Alliance revealed Maryland has some of the highest levels of PFAS chemicals, which can cause several severe health consequences, in its surface water.

Maryland’s Hoyer adjusts to new role out of leadership

The Maryland Democrat has been in the House since 1981 and served as the second-ranking Democrat in the House since 2003. He was considered to be in line for his party’s top post.

In this episode of the CNS “Takeover” podcast: abortion rights

The Supreme Court’s decision on abortion rights played a key role in the midterm elections, generating higher turnout among women voters in many states and handing Republicans some surprise defeats.

So close to speakership, Hoyer to step away from leadership role, remain in House

Hoyer for years was considered a likely successor to House Speaker Nancy Pelosi.

Senate moves ahead on bill to protect same-sex, interracial marriages

If passed, the measure would require the federal government to recognize same-sex and interracial marriages.

A look at Moore’s early leadership team

His choices include a friend and business partner, a respected legislator, a former Baltimore city official, a previous Maryland governor and others.

Days after the midterms, Biden reinforces climate pledges at global summit

At the climate summit, leaders of developing nations have been discussing the role the industrialized countries play in causing climate change and who should be paying to help the poorer countries offset the damage.

Late vote count topples five conservative school board candidates

Of the 41 socially conservative candidates from across Maryland who ran for school board, 25 appear to be on their way to winning, according to our analysis.

Maryland results: Van Hollen wins second term, one US House race may surprise

Most Maryland Democrats won the House races they were expected to win. The exception could be Rep. David Trone, who on Wednesday was trailing Republican challenger Neil Parrott in the 6th District.

Anthony Brown elected new Maryland attorney general

Anthony Brown’s victory over Republican Michael Peroutka was announced shortly after polls closed. He becomes the state’s first African-American attorney general.